Northeast Nebraska ranchers claim top wagyu steak in America for 2026

If you’re looking for a fancy Wagyu steak dinner you don’t need to book a flight to New York City or book a vacation to Los Angeles.

October 29, 2026Updated: October 29, 2026

By Tyler Murphy

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Regional

Elm Creek community discusses housing needs, opportunities for future growth

Elm Creek community discusses housing needs, opportunities for future growth

Kearney man cited after gunshots prompt police response

Kearney man cited after gunshots prompt police response, search of home

Jacobsen Halloween Light Fight Dynasty Continues

Jacobsen Halloween Light Fight Dynasty Continues

Grand Island council approves Good Life District rezoning; events center funding request pulled

Grand Island council approves Good Life District rezoning; events center funding request pulled

Utility work begins along E 25th Street in Kearney

Utility work begins along E 25th Street in Kearney

Community Connections Brought Husker Basketball to Grand Island

Community Connections Brought Husker Basketball to Grand Island

State

Newman Grove residents push back against community center proposal

Elm Creek community discusses housing needs, opportunities for future growth

Stanton County receives $11,837 grant for new emergency response drone

Emergency repairs begin on Highway 15 Platte River Bridge near Schuyler

Mother of child victim takes the stand in Timothy Erks trial

Lincoln police, Lancaster County sheriff's patches light up Las Vegas Sphere

Sports

Coaching staffs announced for 50th Sertoma eight-man football all-star game

Holgorsen challenging Husker running backs in second half of the season

South Platte sweeps to subdistrict title in D2 District 11

15th-ranked SW Minnesota State hands Wayne State their first conference loss

Pierce Punishes the Pioneers to Punch Their Ticket to the District Final

Blackshirts zeroing in on fourth quarter shutouts in back half of season

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer